Step 1

Place diced potatoes in a pot. Cover potatoes with salted water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer and cook for 7 minutes, then drain water. This cooks the potatoes slightly so that they do not need to bake as long in the oven.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 13"x9" baking dish. Place potatoes in the dish.

Step 3

Slice bacon into small bits and cook in a medium-sized pan until crispy. Drain grease and place half of the bacon in baking dish with potatoes. Dice raw chicken breast into 1" cubes and add to the baking dish.

Step 4

Mix homemade ranch recipe above or add store-bought ranch with water, depending on which you choose. Add ranch and 2 cups of the cheddar cheese to the large bowl. Blend well with potatoes, chicken, and bacon.

Step 5

Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Stir, and add the top with the remaining cup of cheese and the other half of the bacon. Cook uncovered for an additional 10 minutes or until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork and chicken is cooked through. Sprinkle the top with sliced green onion or chives for garnish.